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Enfield woman stars on BBC reality show
Fashion entrepreneur Vanessa Tetteh-Squire is appearing as a contestant on the 20th series of The Apprentice
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Fashion entrepreneur Vanessa Tetteh-Squire is appearing as a contestant on the 20th series of The Apprentice
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Enfield woman stars on BBC reality show
Fashion entrepreneur Vanessa Tetteh-Squire is appearing as a contestant on the 20th series of The Apprentice
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February 6, 2026 at 2:46 PM
Enfield woman stars on BBC reality show
Fashion entrepreneur Vanessa Tetteh-Squire is appearing as a contestant on the 20th series of The Apprentice
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Fashion entrepreneur Vanessa Tetteh-Squire is appearing as a contestant on the 20th series of The Apprentice
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London firefighters 'three times more likely to get cancer diagnosis'
Around 4% of people aged 35 to 39 working for London Fire Brigade have been diagnosed with cancer according to union survey
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Around 4% of people aged 35 to 39 working for London Fire Brigade have been diagnosed with cancer according to union survey
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London firefighters 'three times more likely to get cancer diagnosis'
Around 4% of people aged 35 to 39 working for London Fire Brigade have been diagnosed with cancer according to union survey
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February 6, 2026 at 12:44 PM
London firefighters 'three times more likely to get cancer diagnosis'
Around 4% of people aged 35 to 39 working for London Fire Brigade have been diagnosed with cancer according to union survey
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Around 4% of people aged 35 to 39 working for London Fire Brigade have been diagnosed with cancer according to union survey
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Enfield Tories vow to keep promise on 'ripping out' LTNs despite recent ruling against London council
Tower Hamlets Council has been prevented from following through on a promise to remove LTNs after a recent Court of Appeal judgement
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Tower Hamlets Council has been prevented from following through on a promise to remove LTNs after a recent Court of Appeal judgement
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Enfield Tories vow to keep promise on 'ripping out' LTNs despite recent ruling against London council
Tower Hamlets Council has been prevented from following through on a promise to remove LTNs after a recent Court of Appeal judgement
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February 5, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Enfield Tories vow to keep promise on 'ripping out' LTNs despite recent ruling against London council
Tower Hamlets Council has been prevented from following through on a promise to remove LTNs after a recent Court of Appeal judgement
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Tower Hamlets Council has been prevented from following through on a promise to remove LTNs after a recent Court of Appeal judgement
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Concerns raised over impact of new data centres on London's energy supply
The number of data centres in London could soon double if current plans come to fruition
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The number of data centres in London could soon double if current plans come to fruition
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Concerns raised over impact of new data centres on London's energy supply
The number of data centres in London could soon double if current plans come to fruition
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February 5, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Concerns raised over impact of new data centres on London's energy supply
The number of data centres in London could soon double if current plans come to fruition
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The number of data centres in London could soon double if current plans come to fruition
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Khan urged to clarify how extra cash would be spent
City Hall's 2026/27 budget looks likely to be boosted by hundreds of millions in previously unexpected income and reduced costs
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City Hall's 2026/27 budget looks likely to be boosted by hundreds of millions in previously unexpected income and reduced costs
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Khan urged to clarify how extra cash would be spent
City Hall's 2026/27 budget looks likely to be boosted by hundreds of millions in previously unexpected income and reduced costs
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February 5, 2026 at 3:25 PM
Khan urged to clarify how extra cash would be spent
City Hall's 2026/27 budget looks likely to be boosted by hundreds of millions in previously unexpected income and reduced costs
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City Hall's 2026/27 budget looks likely to be boosted by hundreds of millions in previously unexpected income and reduced costs
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Palestine Action activist from Southgate acquitted of aggravated burglary and violent disorder
However Zoe Rogers could still face a retrial on charge of criminal damage for which the jury failed to reach a verdict
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However Zoe Rogers could still face a retrial on charge of criminal damage for which the jury failed to reach a verdict
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Palestine Action activist from Southgate acquitted of aggravated burglary and violent disorder
However Zoe Rogers could still face a retrial on charge of criminal damage for which the jury failed to reach a verdict
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February 5, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Palestine Action activist from Southgate acquitted of aggravated burglary and violent disorder
However Zoe Rogers could still face a retrial on charge of criminal damage for which the jury failed to reach a verdict
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However Zoe Rogers could still face a retrial on charge of criminal damage for which the jury failed to reach a verdict
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Chinese restaurant goes up in flames – but no-one hurt
The fire near Oakwood Station is believed to have started accidentally when work was being done to the building's roof
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The fire near Oakwood Station is believed to have started accidentally when work was being done to the building's roof
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Chinese restaurant goes up in flames – but no-one hurt
The fire near Oakwood Station is believed to have started accidentally when work was being done to the building's roof
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February 5, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Chinese restaurant goes up in flames – but no-one hurt
The fire near Oakwood Station is believed to have started accidentally when work was being done to the building's roof
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The fire near Oakwood Station is believed to have started accidentally when work was being done to the building's roof
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Whitewebbs campaigners win right to challenge council planning decision in court
It will be the second High Court legal fight over the long-running saga of Tottenham Hotspur's plans for a women's training centre at Whitewebbs Park
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It will be the second High Court legal fight over the long-running saga of Tottenham Hotspur's plans for a women's training centre at Whitewebbs Park
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Whitewebbs campaigners win right to challenge council planning decision in court
It will be the second High Court legal fight over the long-running saga of Tottenham Hotspur's plans for a women's training centre at Whitewebbs Park
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February 4, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Whitewebbs campaigners win right to challenge council planning decision in court
It will be the second High Court legal fight over the long-running saga of Tottenham Hotspur's plans for a women's training centre at Whitewebbs Park
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It will be the second High Court legal fight over the long-running saga of Tottenham Hotspur's plans for a women's training centre at Whitewebbs Park
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Major junction revamp proposal prompts objections over new left-turn ban
Transport for London wants to improve the A10 and Lincoln Road junction for pedestrians and cyclists but some aspects of the plan are causing concern
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Transport for London wants to improve the A10 and Lincoln Road junction for pedestrians and cyclists but some aspects of the plan are causing concern
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Major junction revamp proposal prompts objections over new left-turn ban
Transport for London wants to improve the A10 and Lincoln Road junction for pedestrians and cyclists but some aspects of the plan are causing concern
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February 4, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Major junction revamp proposal prompts objections over new left-turn ban
Transport for London wants to improve the A10 and Lincoln Road junction for pedestrians and cyclists but some aspects of the plan are causing concern
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Transport for London wants to improve the A10 and Lincoln Road junction for pedestrians and cyclists but some aspects of the plan are causing concern
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Khan predicts 'real acceleration' of housebuilding in London
The London mayor is scrambling to meet affordable homes targets in the capital following a major construction slowdown
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The London mayor is scrambling to meet affordable homes targets in the capital following a major construction slowdown
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Khan predicts 'real acceleration' of housebuilding in London
The London mayor is scrambling to meet affordable homes targets in the capital following a major construction slowdown
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February 4, 2026 at 12:26 PM
Khan predicts 'real acceleration' of housebuilding in London
The London mayor is scrambling to meet affordable homes targets in the capital following a major construction slowdown
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The London mayor is scrambling to meet affordable homes targets in the capital following a major construction slowdown
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Nine Enfield schools to run free breakfast clubs from April
The government is funding the scheme to help children start school each day “settled, nourished and ready to learn”
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The government is funding the scheme to help children start school each day “settled, nourished and ready to learn”
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Nine Enfield schools to run free breakfast clubs from April
The government is funding the scheme to help children start school each day “settled, nourished and ready to learn”
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February 3, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Nine Enfield schools to run free breakfast clubs from April
The government is funding the scheme to help children start school each day “settled, nourished and ready to learn”
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The government is funding the scheme to help children start school each day “settled, nourished and ready to learn”
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Council agrees sale of former library building to education charity
Enfield Business Centre previously housed Enfield Highway Library but is now set to be sold The London Merit Association for more than £2million
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Enfield Business Centre previously housed Enfield Highway Library but is now set to be sold The London Merit Association for more than £2million
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Council agrees sale of former library building to education charity
Enfield Business Centre previously housed Enfield Highway Library but is now set to be sold The London Merit Association for more than £2million
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February 3, 2026 at 11:35 AM
Council agrees sale of former library building to education charity
Enfield Business Centre previously housed Enfield Highway Library but is now set to be sold The London Merit Association for more than £2million
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Enfield Business Centre previously housed Enfield Highway Library but is now set to be sold The London Merit Association for more than £2million
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'Spend extra cash on policing and step-free tube access,' Khan urged
London Assembly members agreed to ask the London mayor that any additional funding be spent on two key areas
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London Assembly members agreed to ask the London mayor that any additional funding be spent on two key areas
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'Spend extra cash on policing and step-free tube access,' Khan urged
London Assembly members agreed to ask the London mayor that any additional funding be spent on two key areas
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February 2, 2026 at 11:47 AM
'Spend extra cash on policing and step-free tube access,' Khan urged
London Assembly members agreed to ask the London mayor that any additional funding be spent on two key areas
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London Assembly members agreed to ask the London mayor that any additional funding be spent on two key areas
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Independent commission launched to help boost London's struggling nighttime economy
The group will bring together a “whole range of voices” to help support businesses
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The group will bring together a “whole range of voices” to help support businesses
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Independent commission launched to help boost London's struggling nighttime economy
The group will bring together a “whole range of voices” to help support businesses
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February 2, 2026 at 10:59 AM
Independent commission launched to help boost London's struggling nighttime economy
The group will bring together a “whole range of voices” to help support businesses
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The group will bring together a “whole range of voices” to help support businesses
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The February issue of the Dispatch is now out!
In Issue 89, more cuts and a council tax rise are planned despite government funding boost, plans are submitted for a major 29-storey housing scheme, and we look at how the local election could be won.
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In Issue 89, more cuts and a council tax rise are planned despite government funding boost, plans are submitted for a major 29-storey housing scheme, and we look at how the local election could be won.
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February 1, 2026 at 12:42 PM
The February issue of the Dispatch is now out!
In Issue 89, more cuts and a council tax rise are planned despite government funding boost, plans are submitted for a major 29-storey housing scheme, and we look at how the local election could be won.
Download here 👇
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In Issue 89, more cuts and a council tax rise are planned despite government funding boost, plans are submitted for a major 29-storey housing scheme, and we look at how the local election could be won.
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Youth and community alliance launches in Edmonton to support Enfield’s future
The new alliance builds on work started in 2023 through the Professional Partners Forum, founded by the Edmonton Community Partnership and youth group NYCC
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The new alliance builds on work started in 2023 through the Professional Partners Forum, founded by the Edmonton Community Partnership and youth group NYCC
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Youth and community alliance launches in Edmonton to support Enfield’s future
The new alliance builds on work started in 2023 through the Professional Partners Forum, founded by the Edmonton Community Partnership and youth group NYCC
enfielddispatch.co.uk
February 1, 2026 at 10:21 AM
Youth and community alliance launches in Edmonton to support Enfield’s future
The new alliance builds on work started in 2023 through the Professional Partners Forum, founded by the Edmonton Community Partnership and youth group NYCC
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The new alliance builds on work started in 2023 through the Professional Partners Forum, founded by the Edmonton Community Partnership and youth group NYCC
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Towners face another battle for survival
Andrew Warshaw on how Enfield Town FC are faring as the business end of the season begins to loom
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Andrew Warshaw on how Enfield Town FC are faring as the business end of the season begins to loom
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Towners face another battle for survival
Andrew Warshaw on how Enfield Town FC are faring as the business end of the season begins to loom
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January 31, 2026 at 9:14 AM
Towners face another battle for survival
Andrew Warshaw on how Enfield Town FC are faring as the business end of the season begins to loom
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Andrew Warshaw on how Enfield Town FC are faring as the business end of the season begins to loom
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Council agrees new 20mph zones across three Enfield town centres
Edmonton, Southgate and Palmers Green have been chosen as the best locations for the new lower speed limit, with previous plans for a borough-wide scheme being ditched
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Edmonton, Southgate and Palmers Green have been chosen as the best locations for the new lower speed limit, with previous plans for a borough-wide scheme being ditched
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Council agrees new 20mph zones across three Enfield town centres
Edmonton, Southgate and Palmers Green have been chosen as the best locations for the new lower speed limit, with previous plans for a borough-wide scheme being ditched
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January 30, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Council agrees new 20mph zones across three Enfield town centres
Edmonton, Southgate and Palmers Green have been chosen as the best locations for the new lower speed limit, with previous plans for a borough-wide scheme being ditched
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Edmonton, Southgate and Palmers Green have been chosen as the best locations for the new lower speed limit, with previous plans for a borough-wide scheme being ditched
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Not enough family-sized or accessible affordable homes being built in London, says report
London Assembly committee concludes social housing system failing to keep pace with demand from families and disabled Londoners
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London Assembly committee concludes social housing system failing to keep pace with demand from families and disabled Londoners
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Not enough family-sized or accessible affordable homes being built in London, says report
London Assembly committee concludes social housing system failing to keep pace with demand from families and disabled Londoners
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January 30, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Not enough family-sized or accessible affordable homes being built in London, says report
London Assembly committee concludes social housing system failing to keep pace with demand from families and disabled Londoners
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London Assembly committee concludes social housing system failing to keep pace with demand from families and disabled Londoners
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Barrowell Green set to be leased to waste authority
North London Waste Authority will shortly take over the site and has vowed to ditch the unpopular booking system
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North London Waste Authority will shortly take over the site and has vowed to ditch the unpopular booking system
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Barrowell Green set to be leased to waste authority
North London Waste Authority will shortly take over the site and has vowed to ditch the unpopular booking system
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January 30, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Barrowell Green set to be leased to waste authority
North London Waste Authority will shortly take over the site and has vowed to ditch the unpopular booking system
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North London Waste Authority will shortly take over the site and has vowed to ditch the unpopular booking system
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Dismay as plans for lifts at railway station ditched
The government has pulled previously promised funding for the scheme
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The government has pulled previously promised funding for the scheme
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Dismay as plans for lifts at railway station ditched
The government has pulled previously promised funding for the scheme
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January 29, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Dismay as plans for lifts at railway station ditched
The government has pulled previously promised funding for the scheme
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The government has pulled previously promised funding for the scheme
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D-Day veteran Donald celebrates 105th birthday
Donald Howkins, who resides at an Enfield care home, is one of the last British survivors of the D-Day landings in June 1944
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Donald Howkins, who resides at an Enfield care home, is one of the last British survivors of the D-Day landings in June 1944
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D-Day veteran Donald celebrates 105th birthday
Donald Howkins, who resides at an Enfield care home, is one of the last British survivors of the D-Day landings in June 1944
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January 29, 2026 at 1:50 PM
D-Day veteran Donald celebrates 105th birthday
Donald Howkins, who resides at an Enfield care home, is one of the last British survivors of the D-Day landings in June 1944
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Donald Howkins, who resides at an Enfield care home, is one of the last British survivors of the D-Day landings in June 1944
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New national policing body likely to have 'downside' for Met
Sadiq Khan said he'd look at the details of reforms closely “to ensure it doesn’t adversely affect policing in this great city”
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Sadiq Khan said he'd look at the details of reforms closely “to ensure it doesn’t adversely affect policing in this great city”
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New national policing body likely to have 'downside' for Met
Sadiq Khan said he'd look at the details of reforms closely “to ensure it doesn’t adversely affect policing in this great city”
enfielddispatch.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 5:52 PM
New national policing body likely to have 'downside' for Met
Sadiq Khan said he'd look at the details of reforms closely “to ensure it doesn’t adversely affect policing in this great city”
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Sadiq Khan said he'd look at the details of reforms closely “to ensure it doesn’t adversely affect policing in this great city”
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Event held to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
Four rabbis from local synagogues joined other community representatives, Southgate school pupils and the council leader at Dugdale Arts Centre
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Four rabbis from local synagogues joined other community representatives, Southgate school pupils and the council leader at Dugdale Arts Centre
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Event held to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
Four rabbis from local synagogues joined other community representatives, Southgate school pupils and the council leader at Dugdale Arts Centre
enfielddispatch.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 11:39 AM
Event held to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
Four rabbis from local synagogues joined other community representatives, Southgate school pupils and the council leader at Dugdale Arts Centre
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Four rabbis from local synagogues joined other community representatives, Southgate school pupils and the council leader at Dugdale Arts Centre
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Record number of e-bike and e-scooter fires in London last year
Among the more than 200 blazes were two fatal incidents, taking the total number of deaths linked to the vehicles to five since 2023
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Among the more than 200 blazes were two fatal incidents, taking the total number of deaths linked to the vehicles to five since 2023
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Record number of e-bike and e-scooter fires in London last year
Among the more than 200 blazes were two fatal incidents, taking the total number of deaths linked to the vehicles to five since 2023
enfielddispatch.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 10:50 AM
Record number of e-bike and e-scooter fires in London last year
Among the more than 200 blazes were two fatal incidents, taking the total number of deaths linked to the vehicles to five since 2023
enfielddispatch.co.uk/record-numbe...
Among the more than 200 blazes were two fatal incidents, taking the total number of deaths linked to the vehicles to five since 2023
enfielddispatch.co.uk/record-numbe...